Sunken 'U-Boat' At The Bottom Of The Mediterranean Reveals A Chilling WWII Tale

For decades, the fate of the U-455 was thought to be lost to time. The German submarine was an intimidating vessel known for impressive weaponry, and that's exactly why its sudden disappearance is so intriguing. How could such a massive submarine simply vanish into thin air? Had it succumbed to an enemy attack, or was something even more tragic at play? It took more than 50 years for experts to finally find their answer.

Sunken tribute

History can be found everywhere within the waters near Portofino, Italy. The location is a favorite among divers who love exploring the shipwrecks along the reef floor. The famous statue "Christ of the Abyss" welcomes divers to the graveyard, but you have to look harder for the treasure buried deeper in the murky waters.

Ocean treasures

Of the many shipwrecks in the Mediterranean Sea, the German submarine was a surprising discovery. It wasn't available to novice divers; instead, it was located at the perilous depth of 300 feet below the surface. When divers reached it, they saw a unique and morbid visual.

End to end

The submarine had sunk in a unique position. Divers might have reached the tip-top end of the vessel within 300 feet, but the ocean floor was another hundred feet down. The submarine had stuck itself into the sediment at a position that left it pointing up at a 45-degree angle, almost like a fractured bone.

Push to search

A few divers have successfully reached the U-455 wreck, but it's certainly not advisable to newbies. That's because the intense depth makes for a cold, dark journey, especially in bad weather. But for those who know a thing or two about shipwrecks, just being able to see this particular U-boat in person is well worth the risk...